President Kiir Officiates Swearing-In Ceremony of New Government Officials
JUBA, Friday (May 3rd, 2024) – The capital city of South Sudan bore witness to a momentous occasion as His Excellency President Salva Kiir Mayardit oversaw the official swearing-in of recently appointed government officials. Among those taking the oath of office were notable figures, including Dr. James Pitia Morgan as the Presidential Envoy to the Great Lakes Region, Ambassador Monday Semaya Kumba as the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Governor Augustino Jadallah Wani of Central Equatoria State, and Deputy Governor Elia Richard Box of Western Equatoria State.
In his address to the newly appointed officials, President Kiir emphasized the importance of their roles in advancing peace and development within the country. Specifically, he tasked Governor Wani with addressing violence and crime issues in Juba, the capital of Central Equatoria State, highlighting that peace and unity are paramount for progress at both the state and national levels.
Dr. James Pitia Morgan, assuming the role of Presidential Envoy to the Great Lakes Region, affirmed his resolute dedication to tackling the region’s pertinent challenges. Meanwhile, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Ambassador Semaya Kumba pledged collaborative efforts to enhance the nation’s foreign policy under his leadership.
Governor Augustino Jadallah Wani expressed his readiness to confront the obstacles encountered by Central Equatoria State, emphasizing the pivotal role of agricultural productivity in fostering overall development within South Sudan. Similarly, Deputy Governor Elia Richard Box conveyed his commitment to restoring peace and stability in Western Equatoria State, instilling confidence in President Kiir and the nation as a whole.
The swearing-in ceremony marked a significant milestone in South Sudan’s governmental landscape, with a collective pledge from the newly appointed officials to tirelessly serve the nation and advance its interests on the domestic and international fronts.
